Name: Charred Broccolini & Cherry Tomato Salad with Lemon-Parmesan Vinaigrette
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb broccolini, trimmed; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese; Zest of 1 lemon; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1 small garlic clove, finely grated; 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional); 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil

Charred Broccolini & Cherry Tomato Salad with Lemon-Parmesan Vinaigrette

Peter

This vibrant charred broccolini and cherry tomato salad is the perfect companion to both BBQ and pizza, offering a refreshing, smoky, and tangy bite that cuts through rich flavors. By grilling the broccolini, you get a lovely char and robust flavor, while the lemon-parmesan vinaigrette adds brightness and umami without spiking the glycemic index. The salad is hearty enough to stand up to grilled meats but light enough to balance out cheesy pizza, and it’s a breeze to prepare outdoors or in the kitchen.

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Toss broccolini with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and black pepper.
Grill broccolini for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred and just tender. Remove and let cool slightly, then cut into bite-size pieces.
While broccolini grills, toss cherry tomatoes with a pinch of salt and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, and red pepper flakes to make vinaigrette.
In a large bowl, combine grilled broccolini, cherry tomatoes, and basil. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss to coat.
Transfer to a serving platter. Top with shaved Parmesan and more basil if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.